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Clean water Ottawa

Not too many are aware, but every day, precious gallons of water are being washed down our drains. The impending crisis of water shortage is already affecting half of the world. There are many things that one can do to conserve water and help to make a real impact when it comes to this issue. Green plumbing is not in focus by consumers, where the effort for conservation begins with the plumbing layouts and the design itself. There is a reason that blocked drains Ottawa are common – we use too much. Be prepared to be offered maximum efficiency and the minimum wastage of energy. All it takes is time, effort, and money. It’s time that we all start to make a change and make significant savings when it comes to water usage. We have tips to help you get started listed below for your convenience.

Water Heaters

One way to help save some money is by lowering the water temperature on a day to day basis. This is effective in significantly decreasing your electric bill. Be sure to check the temperature on the heater. It should not be over 50 degrees Celsius. This will decrease the mineral buildup and corrosion of your water heater and pipes, which will lead to your heater lasting a lot longer. If tank-less, instantaneous heaters, or even solar heaters, are practical options to your traditional ones. The heater must be insulated if not done already. In doing so, you can reduce your wastage of energy by up to 9 percent. Tank-less heaters are great because you are saving energy by only heating up the water that you need.

Toilets

If you are not already familiar, the duel flush toilet gives you the option to decide on the right amount of water. About 28 gallons of water per day, per person, so you can see why this is such an incredible way to save water. Waterless urinals have been made available. These urinals are odorless, while the composting ones only change waste into fertilizers and manure.

Fix Leaks

One mistake some people make is waiting until later to repair their faulty pipes and leaking faucets. Very important to maintain, yet it is often over-looked. Many are unaware of the water that they waste. If you notice that your water bill has some unusual usage, be sure to arrange for an inspection for your faulty plumbing as soon as possible. You are also able to purchase a leak monitoring device that will alert you in a timely manner when there happens to be a leaky faucet, pipe, or toilet. Once a leak is found, call a plumber to have it fixed before too much water is wasted. One trick is to drop food coloring into the toilet tank to help detect your leak. If you see the color in your toilet when you haven’t even flushed, then yes, it is leaking. If the problem is structural, you might need drain relining in Ottawa.

Aerator Faucets and Low Flow Shower Heads

If you are using these type of shower heads, it is likely that you will not even be aware of the difference. Your water will be lower even though the pressure of the water feels the same. An effective trick is taking a 5-minute shower instead of taking a bath. Needless to say, be sure to not have water running unnecessarily, like when taking baths, brushing your teeth, shaving, washing your vehicle, etc.

Why Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services?

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We respect your home and your time. From the moment you call us, our commitment to you is excellent, efficient service and the best quality materials.

We coordinate our work based on your availability and will give you a heads-up call so you know when we’re coming. During our visit, the work area is kept neat and covered, and we always provide you with the quickest and most professional solutions possible.

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Testimonials

Drain Replacement, Backflow Valve, Sump Pump, Etc.

When I woke up this morning, I was not expecting my basement to have transformed into a full-blown lake. One of our neighbors recommended Dr. Pipe. Our neighbors had needed to replace some of the drains under their home and also recently had a backwater valve installed.

Max came to us and talked about the quote. One of the great things about the discussion was that he took his time and explained everything to me. I remember that Max took the time to make sure that both my partner and I were on the same page and understood everything.

I really want to be honest and admit that I was not particularly friendly that day, I had already received three different quotes, and I just wanted the work to get started. We still decided to go with Max’s company, despite the fact that we already had several other quotes. It was not just about money that we were going to pay, it was about quality, it was about trust, it is about wanting to give my business to a company that wanted ME as a customer.

I can tell you that both Max and his crew came across as polite, clean, honest, and reliable. They were extremely pleasant to work with. The quality of the work that they delivered is excellent, and it certainly added value to the home. Even our insurance rates went down because of the quality work.

It is extremely comforting to know that I have peace of mind the next time that the rain comes down. During the last late-fall storm, it was extremely comforting to hear the sump pump turn on, that sound really allows you to sleep soundly at night.

I have no doubt that the pipes are going to be fine once the tree roots are growing and the snow melts. It is comforting to know is that even if they are not fine, I know that Max is going to be a phone call away to help me set things right. I would honestly be shocked if Max somehow did not uphold the warranty that we have. Honestly, that is the level of trust that we have in Max.

Max

Backed-Up Drain

It is not often that a plumbing company is able to save you 10,000 dollars. We had experienced a serious drain backup and received quotes from five different drain and plumbing specialists. These included some of the more popular local names, and a few that received a very high ranking on HomeStars. Most of them scoped the drain and told me all the root issues and the critical deficiencies that would continuously lead to problems. They suggested that that we crack the floor, replace the drainpipe, and have the pipe from the front lawn excavated, I would be looking at around $5-10k!

Max did the same exact research that these other companies did, but he told me that the drain was not deficient at all; in fact, it had many more years left! I know that Max was honestly biting his tongue when we discussed what these other companies had said. He rooted the drain (very fast) and there has not been a single issue with our pipes since.

Grant

Trenchless Sewer Pipe

I received two quotes for my plumbing. The quote from Dr. Pipe was good, but what I really appreciated was the fact that the professionals at Dr. Pipe took their time to look at the issue, do the research, and actually SHOW me the problem in real-time. The other company never did give me an exact quote, and I was quite worried about potential “unexpected costs.” Both Max and the rest of his crew were extremely professional, kept the area as neat and tidy as possible, and cleaned up after they were done. Despite the fact that I was not actually onsite during the entire three-day process, I felt comfortable enough to give them a key to the property. When someone actually came and took something from the property (I was expecting them to), Max actually called my private number and asked me whether this was OK. I would highly recommend the services of Dr. Pipe.

Rick S.

Drain Work and Sump Pump Installation

Max was the first person to respond to our call for help after our basement flooded. He was quick in determining what the root of the issue was, and fixed the problem quickly. In addition to finding the issue, he also showed us a (potential) issue in our sanitary and storm water drains. He managed to find the possible issue with the drain-camera in a quick amount of time.

Max was courteous and professional when it came to helping us find future issues as well. He helped us alleviate concerns about future problems, thanks to his professional explanation. I have to admit I was also pleasantly surprised by the work of his crew. They cleaned their area thoroughly each time as well. Now I know that extensive repairs are never going to be cheap, but I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonable the pricing was. Max even helped us fill out the necessary paperwork to file for our basement flooding prevention subsidy.

Stewart

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